How to create a big kitchen-diner

Turning a kitchen and dining room into one open-plan space? Property expert Sarah Beeny offers her advice

Install the right kitchen lighting

Plan your lighting before you start any work on your new kitchen-diner, so that you get the wiring in the right place before it’s too late.

The key is for it to be flexible for your needs. Dimmer switches are great as they’re not expensive to install.

More info: To find an electrician, try NICEIC.

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Complete your kitchen-diner with stylish and practical lighting